Ghost Town
Mineral County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
A borax and salt mining camp in the Mineral County desert with extensive ruins. Nearby salt marsh makes for an unusual landscape. Multiple cultural resource sites in the area.
| Region | Mineral County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 38.2433, -118.3387 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1870s-1890s |
| Products | Borax, salt |
| Access | Rough dirt road |
| Peak Pop. | several hundred |
| Fee | Free |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.